Readmission to the University

Re-entry within 12 Months of Withdrawal for Students in Good Academic Standing

Students who plan to return to the University within twelve months of withdrawing from the school should contact the Registrar at least one month before their return. The student must meet criteria for good standing prior to re-entry as a full time student. Students who have withdrawn from the University will be considered to be in good standing and eligible to continue full-time study when they have achieved acceptable academic standing, have paid their tuition and fees liability, and have effectively remedied conditions leading to their withdrawal.

Note regarding time limits for Chiropractic Students - Chiropractic Students are required to obtain their degree no later than six calendar years from the date of their first term of studies. Failure to obtain the degree within this time period will require that the student reapply for admission and start the curriculum over. The Registrar’s Office will assist the student in checking that all records are cleared and current, and identify their status in relation to the present curriculum.

Note regarding time limits for Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Students - Acupuncture Students must graduate within the six-year program time limit. Chinese Medicine Students must graduate within the eight-year program time limit. Failure to obtain the degree within this time period will require that the student reapply for admission and start the curriculum over. The Registrar’s Office will assist the student in checking that all records are cleared and current, and identify their status in relation to the present curriculum.

Re-entry Following One Calendar of Withdrawal for Students in Good Academic Standing

A Student who wishes to return to the University after one calendar year of withdrawing from the school should contact the Admissions Office to apply for re-entry to the University.

Please note the time limits for completion of the Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine programs mentioned above may apply.

Readmission Following a Withdrawal for Students in Poor Academic Standing.

Application for readmission should be directed to the Office of Admissions. In the application process, an essay will be required addressing how the applicant has succeeded in overcoming past obstacles for academic success, and transcripts will be required for additional coursework that indicate readiness to meet the challenges of academic rigor of the program.

Readmission to the College of Chiropractic Program Following Academic Dismissal

Individuals who have been dismissed from the College of Chiropractic due to academic reasons are permitted to apply for admission to begin the Doctor of Chiropractic program as a new student after one calendar year following the date of dismissal has elapsed. In the case of readmission, however, tuition will not be assessed for courses previously completed with a grade of S, C or better. Application for readmission should be directed to the Office of Admissions. In the application process, an essay will be required addressing how the applicant has succeeded in overcoming past obstacles for academic success, and transcripts will be required for additional coursework that indicate readiness to meet the challenges of academic rigor of the chiropractic program.

Readmission to the Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (ACM) Program Following Academic Dismissal

Individuals who have been dismissed from an ACM program due to academic reasons are not eligible to reapply for admission for one calendar year following the date of dismissal. No assurance of readmission can be given. Application is made through the Admissions Department. Any such application must include a request for a hearing before the ACM Academic Standards Committee. The Committee will attempt to identify the problems which lead to Academic Dismissal on the basis of student testimony, academic records, medical or psychological evaluations, learning and language ability, or any other documentation deemed appropriate by the Committee. Records of the applicant will be reviewed to determine what courses must be taken to meet current standards for graduation. Strong assurance that the factors which led to suspension or dismissal have been corrected, together with the convincing prospect that satisfactory work will follow, must be advanced by the applicant in order to obtain approval for readmission.

The plan developed to remove deficiencies may include, but is not limited to:

Readmission on Academic Probation.
Courses to be taken outside of the ACM program.
Medical or other professional treatment.
Courses designed to promote academic success.
Participation in a mentor program. This plan must be agreed upon, prior to readmission, by the student and the ACM Academic Standards Committee and Program Director.

Readmission to Massage Therapy and Undergraduate Programs Following Academic Dismissal

A student who was dismissed may petition in writing for readmission. Petitions for readmission must be submitted to the Program Director.

The following procedure applies:

A committee composed of faculty convenes to review the student's written request.
- The committee, chaired by the Program Director, either:
  - requests additional information; or
  - writes a report recommending or not recommending readmission based on review of the request.
- A recommendation for reinstatement shall include:
  - specific provisions for readmission (e.g., retaking a course or courses)
  - a date for readmission (e.g., immediately or the following academic term)
  - The Program Director makes the final decision regarding readmission and communicates the decision in writing to the student. The decision of the Program Director may be appealed to the Dean of the College of Health and Wellness only if they believe the above procedures have not been followed. The decision of the Dean of the College of Health and Wellness is final.